Can You Use the Wax-Rx If You Have Ear Tubes?
The Wax-Rx Ear Wash System uses a combination of an earwax removal aid solution, ear irrigation, and pH conditioning drops to gently loosen and flush out excess earwax. Doctors do not recommend using at-home ear irrigation methods for excess earwax removal if you have had surgery to have tubes placed in your ears to help protect from ear infections, fluid build-up or hearing problems. Ear tube (i.e. tympanostomy tubes, myringotomy tubes, ventilation tubes, or pressure equalization tubes) surgery requires an incision/perforation in the ear drum, so there is concern that ear irrigation methods could potentially affect the placement/positioning of the...